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A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Figured Walnut Carleton House Desk.
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

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    Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.
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A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Figured Walnut Carleton House Desk.

1900 - 1920
Sold 31 October 2025 · Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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A fine quality Edwardian Period figured walnut Carleton House Desk. Of traditional Carleton House form, having a curved upper section with a combination of cupboards and drawers all veneered in beautiful figured walnut. The lower section of breakfront outline with three mahogany lined frieze drawers. Raised on elegant walnut cabriole supports with pad feet. English circa 1900-1910. In superb original condition

Dimensions: 44" wide x 24" deep x 38" high (30" high to writing surface)

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Walnut Carleton House Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1162940
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A fine quality Edwardian Period figured walnut Carleton House Desk.
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A fine quality Edwardian Period figured walnut Carleton House Desk.
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Of traditional Carleton House form, having a curved upper section with a combination of cupboards and drawers all veneered in beautiful figured walnut.
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

The lower section of breakfront outline with three mahogany lined frieze drawers. Raised on elegant walnut cabriole supports with pad feet. English circa 1900-1910. In superb original condition

Dimensions: 44" wide x 24" deep x 38" high (30" high to writing surface)

Date of Manufacture

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Walnut Carleton House Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1162940
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A fine quality Edwardian Period figured walnut Carleton House Desk.
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Christian Davies Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An Edwardian figured walnut Carleton house desk featuring a curved superstructure with multiple small drawers and brass drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Figured Walnut Carleton House Desk.

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07774 991460
Location
The Calder Studio
Garden Village
Longsight Road
Clayton Le Dale
Blackburn
BB2 7JA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cdavies
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 44
Items Sold 3,398
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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Location: The Calder Studio, Garden Village, Longsight Road, Clayton Le Dale, Blackburn, BB2 7JA, United Kingdom
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An Edwardian figured walnut Carleton house desk featuring a curved superstructure with multiple small drawers and brass drop handles.
A fine quality Edwardian Period figured walnut Carleton House Desk.
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An Edwardian figured walnut Carleton house desk featuring a curved superstructure with multiple small drawers and brass drop handles.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsCurved superstructure, Multiple small drawers, Brass drop handles, Cabriole legs

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The Carleton House desk originated in the late 18th century, traditionally attributed to the Prince of Waless residence, and features a distinctive curving superstructure of small drawers and compartments enclosing the writing surface.

Edwardian desks of this quality are typically constructed using solid secondary woods veneered with figured walnut, complemented by hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers and cast brass hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct construction markers such as hand-cut dovetailing, timber shrinkage patterns, aged brass fixtures, and traditional polish finishes rather than modern synthetic lacquers.

This piece works effectively as a focal point in a home office or living space, paired with minimalist seating to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern simplicity.

Maintain the timber by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding excessive humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying quality beeswax polish while avoiding silicone-based sprays.
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